The Amish are a Christian group in North America. The term refers primarily to the Old Order Amish Mennonite Church. The Old Order Amish are known for their rejection of most of the social change and technological innovation found in modern society.

What does the Amish religion believe in?

Beliefs. The Amish are closest to the Anabaptists: Protestant Christians who believe in adult baptism, pacifism, the separation of church and state and the importance of the community to faith. The denomination is closely related to the Mennonites.

How is the Amish religion different from Christianity?

The Amish share traditional Christian beliefs, such as the Trinity, inerrancy of the Bible, adult baptism, atoning death of Jesus Christ, and the existence of heaven and hell. The Amish usually do not build churches or meeting houses. On alternating Sundays, they take turns meeting in one anothers homes for worship.

Can you leave the Amish religion?

Any member is free to leave. A member who has left may even be allowed to return within a short time. A member who leaves permanently will, however, be shunned. Shunning means that the person will forever be considered an outsider -- a stranger -- and will not be allowed to participate in the community ever again.

Can I date an Amish person?

Marriage in the Amish community is seen as a passage into adulthood. Outsiders, non-Amish, or English, as they call the rest of the world, are not permitted to marry within the Amish community.